This will
probably find you in the middle of a well-deserved summer break; in any case,
it is an update and reminder on news and events.

- Firstly
we must congratulate my predecessor John Hunter for being awarded the
British Empire Medal in the Queens New Year Honours list. In recognition for
services to our community.

- Kiddies Christmas
Fund.

This is a
traditional appeal and we must keep it going.

We have a
couple of days to go before closing date so please spread the word and get as
many people as possible to join and make a donation, regardless of where you
live, it is a way of reaching out and giving back to our local communities. Extra
info and guidelines have been sent out over the last weeks and can be ween in
our ABCC website.

Donations
via bank transfer in the usual way or via our Donaonline in the website.

- Calendars.
We still have some 2018 calendars available, if extra needed please contact
your district chairmen.

- Events -

- Next Harry
Potter event, although not entirely an ABCC event will be held in the
Embassy Residence grounds on Feb 01.

Soft drink
bar and refreshments will be managed by the ABCC team: volunteers and help will
be greatly appreciated.

- 2018
will mark the 100th anniversary of the Armistice and preparation is under way
to commemorate this event with the hope of involving as many schools and
institutions as possible.

-Last but
not least we must not forget we are involved with welfare and charity, both
have been part of British way of life for a long time and locally for almost
200 years under different names and adapting to changing times, for this we
must carry on the work of our forefathers.

Once again,
I request the districts to look into vulnerable cases and members of the
community in need of assistance or simply guidance. To do so be in contact with
local clubs, churches, lodges, schools or even former pupils so that we
can be available to lend a helping hand.

Our abcc.org.ar is updated
frequently so urge all community entities to contact us and provide and share information
on their events.

At the
same time remind your friends and relatives to subscribe to the Bulletin and
update their personal info when moving so as to avoid the unnecessary waste in
printing and posting, whilst helping towards the cost .

- Donations.
Our ABCC website via Donaronline offers a simple way to make donations of any
kind with the respective earmarking. Donations made via the direct debit system
are now shown in The Bulletin as well, updating on the amounts donated will be
greatly appreciated.